Africa Rising with Afua Hirsch

Africa Rising with Afua Hirsch

2019•1h 0m•10.0/10

Documentary

Ratings

🎬TMDb

10.0/10(1)

Africa on its own terms and in full voice - across Morocco, Nigeria and South Africa. Uncovering the energy and ambition of creatives reinventing African music, fashion and film.

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Production

ClearStory Ltd

Language

EN

Status

Ended

First Aired

December 31, 2019

Last Aired

June 27, 2023

Networks

BBC Two

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

US

No providers available for this region.

Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

Ethiopia

E1

Ethiopia

Air date: 2019-12-31

Afua explores how Ethiopia's 3000 year history is preserved and cultivated even in modern times.

Senegal

E2

Senegal

Air date: 2019-12-31

In this episode, Afua reveals the cultural impact of Senegal through the mediums of hip hop, fashion, and film. Senegal's narrative is shaped by a blend of challenges related to liberation struggles and the history of the slave trade.

Kenya

E3

Kenya

Air date: 2019-12-31

Afua delves into Kenya's history—forged a century ago. From British influence to independence heroes, a rich cultural collision unfolds, reflecting a unique political journey and a complex bond with the land.

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